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Myasthenia Gravis Panel 1 (7550X)
Test Code1594N
Includes
Striated Muscle Antibody with Reflex to Titer and Acetylcholine Receptor Binding Antibody
If Striated Muscle Antibody Screen is positive, then Striated Muscle Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86256).
If Striated Muscle Antibody Screen is positive, then Striated Muscle Antibody Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86256).
Preferred Specimen
2 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 4 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
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Methodology
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FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
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Clinical Significance
Useful in the diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis